very visually stunning game with only a few instances of having to run for your life. i prefer games like this. story is cool, the game is just really pretty to traverse. only about 6-7 hours long, i recommend playing it all the way through in a few settings; i waited a month between and forgot the story, so picking up where i left off was a little confusing
KARMA: The Dark World
- Release Date:
- Mar 27, 2025
- Developer:
- POLLARD STUDIO LLC
- Publisher:
- Wired Productions, Gamirror Games
- Platforms:
- Windows
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About This Game
“Who controls the past controls the future; who controls the present controls the past”
Karma: The Dark World is a first-person cinematic psychological thriller set in a dystopian world where the Leviathan Corporation is omnipresent. The year is 1984, the place is East Germany, and things are not quite what they seem.
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Explore an alternate timeline set in 1984 East Germany; the Leviathan Corporation rules with an iron fist, controlling its citizens through mass surveillance, social class rules, mind altering drugs and the promise that the gates to Utopia will open to those who serve.
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You are Daniel McGovern, a Roam Agent for Leviathan’s Thought Bureau. Using advanced technology to dive into the minds of the accused – you will investigate crime scenes, interview suspects and report your findings back to Leviathan.
Investigate the twisted environments of suspects memories and the horrors that lurk within the corners of their minds. Test your sanity as the boundaries between reality and the surreal blur together – can you trust what you see and keep your sense of self?
Lose yourself in a cinematic interactive story, that explores the themes of family, love, loss and control – where a simple investigation leads to a world of espionage and betrayal, littered with deep and dark secrets.
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Karma: The Dark World utilises the most advanced Unreal Engine 5 features, including Lumen and Nanite, that push the visual boundaries of storytelling – combining meticulously detailed visuals of a dystopian reality, high quality motion-capped acting and mind bending surreal environments to create a distinctly immersive experience.
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Features:
Become a Roam Agent: Step into the shoes of Daniel McGovern and use a combination of investigative tools, interviews and your own keen intellect to solve puzzles and unravel the truth.
Open Your Mind: Dive into the memories of suspects to retrace their steps and piece together your investigations, but be careful - the human mind is a dangerous place where emotions, will and desire hold power.
Discover the Truth: Keep your sanity and wits about you whilst uncovering a dark story of love, loss and deception, where nothing is as it seems and every turn brings another twist to unravel.
Next Generation Visuals: Explore a meticulously detailed world with stunning visuals and effects all powered by Unreal Engine 5.
An Unforgettable Soundtrack: A specially created soundtrack that combines orchestral scores with original songs that draw you into the cinematic world of Karma, created in collaboration with Dolby Atmos.
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User Reviews
This is not a standard game. This is not a game at all - it's an experience, it's entering another world, being sucked into a crazy, shocking story, shaking you out of reality. It took me a few months to succeed (I'm not sure I really succeeded) in understanding the story, the plot, I'm still trying to understand, all the little clues they threw throughout the game so that you understand what's happening, and you still don't understand, and you want more. I cried many times in this game and it's simply a masterpiece. One of the games I'm going to remember for a very long time. The experience was amazing and I'm just addicted to the characters, the music, there wasn't a single bad thing to say about the game. Kudos to the game team, really. It's hard to shake off this experience and I'm looking forward to the next game.
Now this is cinema
"HIDDEN" UNDER RATED GEM All I can say is LOVE. This game is perfect, it's my fav game that's been released since I left the womb. I don't know a single game that comes close to this. The story is goated and it dragged me in & actually got me reading notes to get more info on what this world is all about. Gave me the horror feeling I was looking for. NOT a cheap jumpscare type of game, actual good horror aspects to it. Couldn't have stumbled on a better game & yes I'm praising this game but it's for all the right reasons. PLAY THIS GAME, YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED First game review so idfk how to do this LMAO
I played it twice in a row because it was awesome. You have to watch the post credits to understand the seemingly random series of events you've just gone through. But then, I recommend replaying the intro (or the whole game) again. You'll understand much much more. Highly recommend :) Go play the Enigma Machine / Mothered / Echostasis trilogy (in order) if you enjoyed this game.
KARMA: The Dark World is a game that refuses to be easily categorized. It presents itself as a psychological horror experience, but beneath that surface lies a carefully layered narrative exploration of control, identity, memory, and systemic oppression. Set in a surreal, dystopian world loosely inspired by the East Germany of the 1980s, the game throws the player into a disorienting landscape where the real and the imagined constantly blur. You play as Daniel McGovern, a Roam Agent who dives into the memories of suspects on behalf of an ominous organization known as the Leviathan Corporation. Rather than a traditional investigation, each memory becomes a labyrinthine dreamscape where time folds, logic dissolves, and the boundaries between past trauma and present manipulation collapse into something deeply disturbing. What immediately stands out about KARMA: The Dark World is its visual and atmospheric ambition. Built using Unreal Engine 5, the game is visually stunning in a deeply un...
I have to agree with the other reviews. This game is more than just a game, its an experience with great story telling and twist. However, It is a little buggy with the audio delay in the cut scenes.
The story is fantastic.
The game is great when it comes to the Graphics, Performance, Audio, Gameplay (walking sim), Writing, Jump Scares, Horror setting/World building ext... I also didn't experience a single bug. However the story itself is convoluted. Even after finishing the game and reading community discussions and explanation videos, I'm still confused, and it doesnt seem to be just a me issue. After somewhat understanding the general core of the plot, I do like it, in fact I think its a fascinating story, I just wish they explained it better in game. There will be loose ends that won't make sense/be explained, at least until a sequel comes out. If you're okay with that, then play this game, you'll have a great time!
This is one of the best games I've ever played in my entire life. It was so beautiful, dark and emotional. I was fully immersed and didn't want it to end. I wish there was more games like this, I found the experience very unique.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel ARC A580, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 30 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD Highly Recommended. Produces 1080p @ 30 FPS. Enable DLSS (NVIDIA) / FSR (AMD) / XeSS (Intel) for better performance. Does not support ultrawide monitors.
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel ARC A750, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 30 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD Highly Recommended. Produces 1440p @ 60 FPS. Enable DLSS (NVIDIA) / FSR (AMD) / XeSS (Intel) for better performance. Does not support ultrawide monitors.
FAQ
How much does KARMA: The Dark World cost?
KARMA: The Dark World costs $24.99.
What are the system requirements for KARMA: The Dark World?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Intel ARC A580, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 30 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Highly Recommended. Produces 1080p @ 30 FPS. Enable DLSS (NVIDIA) / FSR (AMD) / XeSS (Intel) for better performance. Does not support ultrawide monitors. Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 11 Processor: Intel Core i7-10700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5700X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Intel ARC A750, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 30 GB available space Additional Notes: SSD Highly Recommended. Produces 1440p @ 60 FPS. Enable DLSS (NVIDIA) / FSR (AMD) / XeSS (Intel) for better performance. Does not support ultrawide monitors.
What platforms is KARMA: The Dark World available on?
KARMA: The Dark World is available on Windows PC.
Is KARMA: The Dark World worth buying?
KARMA: The Dark World has 96% positive reviews from 79 players.
When was KARMA: The Dark World released?
KARMA: The Dark World was released on Mar 27, 2025.
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